The legacy of Don Horsley
Nevada V. Merriman, MidPen’s Director of Policy, remembers the life and legacy of Supervisor Horsley, who “stood tall on the principle that everyone needs a safe, affordable place to live — and that each community could and should do its fair share to build homes.”
110-unit affordable housing development proposed in Redwood City
Plans for 110 affordable apartments have been submitted by MidPen, which is looking to use SB 35 to streamline the project review process.
Second phase of Atkinson Lane housing project takes shape
The new 80-unit housing development at 78 Atkinson Lane in Watsonville by MidPen Housing is moving skyward. Situated between Atkinson Lane and Brewington Avenue, the development is the second phase of the nearby Pippin Orchards.
Housing plans approved for Live Oak, Aptos, Soquel
Joanna Carman, the director of housing for nonprofit developer MidPen Housing, said the Housing Element is needed to create more opportunities for affordable and market-rate housing.
Housing proposal advances on 38th Avenue in Capitola
A 52-unit affordable housing proposal at 1098 38th Ave. advanced this month when the Capitola City Council approved a predevelopment loan to nonprofit developer MidPen Housing.
Affordable housing applications begin as demand remains high in San Mateo County
Several new affordable housing developments throughout San Mateo County, including MidPen’s Kiku Crossing, have started accepting applicants and conducting lotteries for prospective residents, highlighting the area’s continuously high demand for lower-cost accommodations.
Roseland development project to enter demolition phase; groundbreaking expected in 2024
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors authorized the county’s Community Development Commission to execute contracts to begin demolition to make way for the long-awaited Roseland Development Project, Tierra De Rosas.
How San Francisco hopes to retain teachers through affordable housing options
Lottery applications for San Francisco teachers and district staff will be available early next year for affordable apartment homes in the Sunset District, while there may be an opportunity soon in the Mission District for teachers to finally own property.
Construction Topped Out For Affordable Educator Housing In The Sunset District
Shirley Chisholm Village has replaced a former school and outdoor yard with the low-rise apartment infill designed by BAR Architects with G7A. MidPen Housing is the project developer, and Cahill is the general contractor.
Apartments taking shape on Miles Lane
With foundation work completed and now in its framing stage, 72 new affordable apartments by MidPen Housing are going skyward at 139-141 Miles Lane. The Watsonville City Council approved the development in 2020,